Innovator Insights Blog
Step into the world of innovation with Innovator Insights, where we uncover the trends, disruptors, and visionary thinkers shaping industries today.
This blog extends the conversations from our podcast, offering in-depth perspectives, expert insights, and actionable strategies. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, educator, tech leader, or creative thinker, this is your space to learn from the best and turn inspiration into impact.
Browse, discover, and push the boundaries of what’s possible, because the future starts with an idea.
What Happens When You Put People Before Technology? Brett Salakas on Authentic Innovation
May 2025
In this inspiring story, educator and HP Education Ambassador Brett Salakas shares how real innovation begins not with flashy tech, but with human-centered thinking. When a student with autism struggled with traditional writing, Brett introduced voice-to-text. That moment didn’t just help a learner, it reshaped Brett’s approach to innovation: remove barriers, support people, and focus on real outcomes.
How a Job Rejection Sparked a Career in Innovation: George Couros on Leading Change with Intention
April 2025
This inspiring blog post follows George Couros’s unexpected journey from a rejected kindergarten teacher to a global voice in innovative leadership. His story shows that innovation isn’t about flashy tech, it’s about challenging the status quo, learning out loud, and creating better outcomes through bold experimentation. With powerful insights on building a culture of trust, removing barriers, and leading without fear, this piece is a must-read for anyone looking to spark real change in their classroom, team, or organization. Dive in and get inspired to lead with courage and curiosity.
What’s Next for Education? AI, Gamification & the Future of EdTech
March 2025
In this episode of Innovator Insights, Scott Fisher sits down with Adam Bellow, CEO and co-founder of Breakout EDU, to explore his journey from a selective learner to a leader in EdTech. Adam shares his insights on gamification in education, his time as a Presidential Innovation Fellow, and the evolving role of AI in learning. Tune in for a deep dive into collaboration, innovation, and the future of education!
How AI is Transforming EdTech:
A Journey of Innovation and Adaptation
February 2025
Eric Curts’ journey from troubleshooting printers as a young teacher to becoming a leading voice in EdTech showcases how adaptability and creativity can transform education. His passion for helping others led him to explore innovative solutions, using Google tools, AI-driven platforms, and homemade programs to make learning more accessible. He believes AI isn’t just a time-saver but a game-changer, enabling personalized tutoring and deeper student engagement.
The Innovator Mindset:
How Great Innovations Spark Paradigm Shifts
January 2025
Innovation starts with disruption, and the bigger the shift, the greater the opportunities that follow. From the printing press to the internet, each technological leap has sparked countless downstream innovations, driven by those who ask, What if? True innovators, like Drew Houston with Dropbox or Robert Baker with GAT Labs, don’t just accept the status quo, they challenge it, embrace uncertainty, and test their ideas in the real world. Whether in business, science, or art, innovation isn’t just about ideas, it’s about curiosity, problem-solving, and execution. The next big breakthrough could start with a simple question: What if there’s a better way?
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